Insects provoke a range of reactions from us, from admiration to fear and disgust. Why do bugs… bug us? And what are they good for, anyhow?
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Each year, in alignment with our core value of Stewardship, Verdance donates at least 10% of our profits to environmentally-focused organizations. For 2023 we are pleased to be able to support this group whose work complements our own.
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A plant can only reach its potential in the landscape if its cultural needs are met. In creating a planting design we consider the site’s sunlight, water, soil, and other environmental factors before selecting plants.
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Gardens have so much more to offer us than just flowers. Knowing the growth habits, shapes, and foliage characteristics of plants is key to designing a stunning landscape that doesn’t require flowers to have an impact.
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Everyone loves flowers, but flowers come and go. In designing the perfect perennial garden, we consider the types of plants we want well before we get to the blooms.
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Each year, in alignment with our core value of Stewardship, Verdance donates at least 10% of our profits to environmentally-focused organizations. For 2022 we are pleased to be able to support six groups whose works complement our own.
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If your roses are blooming in not one but two colors this year, it’s probably because you bought not one but two roses.
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For landscape designers whose gardening education (either formal or informal) began with the Sunset Western Garden Book, the concept of climate zones is second nature. But for plenty of our clients, it’s a totally foreign concept. What is a climate zone, anyhow, and why should you care?
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Every landscape designer hopes our carefully considered plans get installed faithfully to our vision—so what gets in the way?
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What goes into choosing the right plant for the right place? Here’s a glimpse into how a landscape architect approaches the art—and science—of plant selection.
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